Human Subjects Research/Institutional Review Board (IRB)

SC and federal policies and regulations require that any research activities involving human subjects be conducted in such a manner as to:

Respect and protect the rights and welfare of the subjects involved;

Ensure that informed consent is obtained when this is appropriate / required; and

Ensure that potential benefits from the research outweigh any risks

SC is fully committed to ensuring the responsible and ethical treatment of any human subjects involved in research, whether conducted by College students or employees directly, or in partnership with others on- or off-campus. This responsibility is shared by SC and the individual researcher(s). It is SC’s responsibility to ensure that this policy and mandated procedures are in place, fully communicated, and effectively administered.

As a matter of policy, anyone proposing to conduct research of any kind involving human subjects must first obtain the approval of SC's Institutional Review Board (IRB), initially through the IRB Chair, and if deemed necessary, through a convening of the full IRB.

Procedures for Submitting Research Approval Requests

Please refer to the HumanParticipantsProtectionGuidebook.pdf for information regarding policies, procedures, frequently asked questions, a glossary of terms, and other information. All requests must use the appropriate forms and must be submitted electronically at least 30 calendar days prior to the date of the intended research. Please send your project proposal to [email protected].

IRB Members:Jeff Phillips, School of Health Sciences Gina Sanders, School of Health SciencesLisa Lenoir, School of DesignEric Marx, School of Health SciencesKristen Langellier, School of Health Sciences